The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has entered into a strategic partnership with global tech leader Cisco to significantly strengthen digital skills training across Nigeria.
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in collaboration with global technology leader Cisco has hosted the English West and Central Africa Instructor Safari Conference 2026 at the UBEC Digital Resource Centre in Abuja, Nigeria.
The major gathering brought together educational instructors, technology partners, and industry stakeholders to discuss strategies for expanding digital literacy, upgrading technical training programs and preparing students for the future workforce.
Delivering the keynote address, the Minister of Education emphasized the vital importance of integrating digital literacy directly into formal education systems. He noted that strengthening cooperation between schools and private industry is essential to equipping young Nigerians with the practical capabilities needed to thrive in an increasingly digital economy.
Adding a personal perspective, NITDA Director-General Kashifu Inuwa who is himself an alumnus of the Cisco Networking Academy stressed the value of continuous upskilling, lifelong learning and adaptability in a fast-changing technological world. He encouraged educators to move beyond standard textbook certifications by instilling critical thinking and problem-solving skills in their students.
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The collaborative initiative aligns closely with the federal government’s broader focus on human capital development and driving economic growth through digital transformation.
By strengthening their partnership with Cisco, NITDA aims to expand digital access, deliver industry-ready training programs and build a robust, skilled workforce capable of supporting Nigeria’s expanding digital ecosystem.
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